Trehalose

• CAT Number: R064467
• CAS Number: 99-20-7
• Molecular Formula: C12H22O11
• Molecular Weight: 342.297
• Purity: ≥95%
• Storage: -20°C
• IUPAC Name: (2R,3S,4S,5R,6R)-2-(hydroxymethyl)-6-[(2R,3R,4S,5S,6R)-3,4,5-trihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-2-yl]oxyoxane-3,4,5-triol
• InChI: InChI=1S/C12H22O11/c13-1-3-5(15)7(17)9(19)11(21-3)23-12-10(20)8(18)6(16)4(2-14)22-12/h3-20H,1-2H2/t3-,4-,5-,6-,7+,8+,9-,10-,11-,12-/m1/s1
• InChIKey: HDTRYLNUVZCQOY-LIZSDCNHSA-N
• SMILES: C(C1C(C(C(C(O1)OC2C(C(C(C(O2)CO)O)O)O)O)O)O)O

Trehalose is a disaccharide sugar composed of two glucose molecules linked together. This naturally occurring sugar is found in various organisms, including bacteria, fungi, plants, and invertebrates, where it serves as a protective agent against stressors like heat, cold, and desiccation. Trehalose is used in food and cosmetic products as a stabilizer and moisturizer due to its ability to retain water and protect against moisture loss. In biomedical applications, trehalose has potential therapeutic uses, including as a cryoprotectant and in treatments for neurodegenerative diseases. Ongoing research explores its diverse applications across industries.